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RVP 283G

1995 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,667 mi
Last recorded71,667 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVP 283G
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 71,667 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 71,009 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rears split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 71,009 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rears split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 70,383 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 68,407 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 66,843 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 66,843 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 65,638 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 63,845 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 62,188 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 61,021 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 60,256 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 59,597 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 59,568 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 59,446 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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RVP 283G is a 1995 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVP 283G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 31 years old, this MG B Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RVP 283G registered?

RVP 283G is a 1995 MG B Roadster, first registered on 18 July 1995.

Is RVP 283G safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVP 283G shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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